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Forum: In-Ground Pool Construction and Repair

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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Cartridge Filters, Pro & Con

    I must admit that this advice is quite shocking to me. I've owned 5 homes with in ground pools and would take a cartridge filter 100 out of 100...

    Started by Enigma869‎, 06-13-2014 09:45 PM
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    05-26-2015 11:20 AM Go to last post
  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: FAQs & Guides: In-ground Pool Construction & Repair

    S-)___________________________________ FAQs & Guides: In-ground Pool Construction & Repair ___________________________________ ...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-14-2018 05:59 PM
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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Matched Pool Equipment Sets: Pump / Filter / Valves / Feeder / [Heater] / [etc]

    ___________________________________ Matched Pool Equipment Sets ___________________________________ Matching pipe size to pool volume

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-20-2018 07:51 AM
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  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: Recommended Equipment for In-ground Pools

    _________________________________________ Recommended Equipment for In-ground Pools --- being edited -- June 2018 ---...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-23-2018 12:15 PM
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    06-23-2018 12:15 PM Go to last post
  1. Bought house, with pool, it was left untouched for a few years 2

    Bought this house, was a foreclosure came with a pool, wasnt looking for one, but i have it, and would like to get it working long turm goals would...

    Started by *ryan‎, 06-02-2011 02:19 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    06-03-2011 07:09 PM Go to last post
  2. New User First Thread

    I'm replacing the liner in my pool its an in ground grecian and I'm looking for all the hints I can find and I can't use the search tool unless I...

    Started by ...r&r...‎, 04-26-2012 09:18 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-26-2012 12:43 PM Go to last post
  3. Unhappy Help on getting dirts out of my In-ground pool

    Hi, This is my first (and long) post. Thanks for reading. My 14K gallon pool was built by Shasta Pool (AZ) and has a in-ground cleaning system...

    Started by 1012862463‎, 10-13-2011 11:53 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    02-01-2012 07:25 AM Go to last post
  4. Recommended contractors in Bay Area?

    Hello, I'm looking to refinish/resurface my swimming pool in the Bay Area (specifically in San Jose). Can you recommend contractors who you've...

    Started by 105ex‎, 04-23-2006 11:57 PM
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    04-23-2006 11:57 PM Go to last post
  5. Gunite pool leak help

    I have a question regarding a leak in a gunite pool. I have a 15 X 40 gunite pool that is losing right at an inch a day. The water level stops...

    Started by 17driver‎, 03-17-2012 10:18 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    03-20-2012 07:06 PM Go to last post
  6. Shotcrete Repairs

    I am having my pool re-plastered. Its a 1964 pool and has not be re-plastered since new. Consequently we had rusty rebar showing through. My...

    Started by 1964rehab‎, 05-23-2014 11:53 AM
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    05-26-2014 01:48 PM Go to last post
  7. Pool Heave

    We had a gunite pool completed about this time last year 2010. Within 3 months the pool was cracked and is currently about 2 inches out of level...

    Started by 1stgear‎, 12-22-2011 03:55 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    12-29-2011 05:36 PM Go to last post
  8. A few questions about my DIY tile project on the spillway

    Hey there. I am hoping someone can help. I am an avid do it yourself-er, but am new to the pool world. I have a pool that is probably 30 years...

    Started by 2428dakota‎, 04-03-2012 06:25 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-03-2012 08:47 PM Go to last post
  9. Houston area pool builder recommendations please

    If you have had a good experience with a Houston area pool builder could you please post the company name? I am working on getting some pool bids...

    Started by 26theone‎, 01-06-2007 05:04 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    01-07-2007 03:28 PM Go to last post
  10. Roger's Pool Build

    Yes another pool build! Mine has just started and thought I would post some pics. SPECS: 95 Perimeter - Approx 467 sq ft Surface Area...

    Started by 26theone‎, 03-03-2007 10:00 AM
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    04-22-2007 07:01 PM Go to last post
  11. Getting Quotes on FG Pool

    Hello everyone, I'm new to the board but have been reading as many threads as possible. We live in MD and we are looking at getting a FG pool and...

    Started by 2Hipp‎, 06-29-2006 09:25 AM
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  12. Swimming Pool Tax Credit?

    We got a quote for an IG FG pool and the sales person mentioned that you can get a tax credit for installing a pool if your doctor recommends...

    Started by 2Hipp‎, 07-25-2006 04:19 PM
    • Replies: 7
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    07-30-2006 03:47 PM Go to last post
  13. Question Diamond Brite vs. Regular plaster

    Our new pool is about to be dug and we are struggling with how to plaster it. We have researched Diamond Brite and think it looks like a great...

    Started by 3boysmom‎, 05-13-2006 02:25 PM
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    05-23-2006 12:10 AM Go to last post
  14. Wink How long til we can swim w/Diamond Brite?

    There will only be 2 weeks left before school begins when they fill our new Diamond Brite pool. Our boys can't wait to swim. How long do we need to...

    Started by 3boysmom‎, 07-13-2006 08:22 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    07-17-2006 12:46 PM Go to last post
  15. May need to Replace IG liner - Need advice about where to purchase a good one?

    We have an Imperial Pools series 900 IG vinyl lined pool. It is 18 x 34 w/ steps, 24K gal. It is has a level shallow end, and side walls that are...

    Started by 4KidsSwim‎, 04-02-2007 05:23 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-02-2007 05:31 PM Go to last post
  16. Help in fiinding a leak.....

    I've been losing water in my pool since I opened it. I have to add water everyday in order to use the pump. It seems to be about 1-2" of water a...

    Started by 4toads‎, 07-15-2011 08:36 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    07-15-2011 10:22 AM Go to last post
  17. concrete problems

    I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I'm the CPO of a large municipal pool (535,000 gals) and we are having problems with the...

    Started by 68convert‎, 04-13-2009 04:56 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    04-13-2009 04:56 PM Go to last post
  18. Coping Stain

    Our pool company opened our pool yesterday while I was out. It's a 20'X40' old sylvan that was replastered last summer (also new coping and tile). ...

    Started by 85lion‎, 05-25-2012 11:40 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    05-26-2012 01:26 PM Go to last post
  19. How to fix pool pump leak?

    Water is coming out where the white pvc piping screws into the pool pump (off white). Your guidance here is greatly appreciated!

    Started by a1443‎, 03-07-2013 04:46 PM
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    04-07-2013 11:59 AM Go to last post
  20. Painting PVC

    Just put my filter together today and I have been told I should paint all my white PVC black to protect it. Does anyone do this or should I just...

    Started by aammcc‎, 05-12-2011 09:27 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    05-14-2011 01:03 PM Go to last post
  21. Building my first pool, need advice.

    Hello, I am preparing to build my first pool. I will be getting a few bids over the next couple weeks. I have a few questions that would help in...

    Started by aaronper‎, 07-01-2011 09:55 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    09-05-2011 11:03 PM Go to last post
  22. Please help. Were skimmers set incorrectly?

    We are the new owners of an older house and pool and are having some major restoration done on the pool. Part of this involved replacing some old and...

    Started by abessellieu‎, 07-28-2006 05:40 PM
    • Replies: 7
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    08-08-2006 12:28 AM Go to last post
  23. Pool rebuild?

    Hello all, my wife has her eye on a new home for us. The pool that it already has is much too small for our family and friends. Is it possible to...

    Started by Abish‎, 07-24-2006 01:23 AM
    • Replies: 0
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    07-24-2006 01:23 AM Go to last post
  24. Best place for Pool Pump reviews

    I am an owner/builder who is starting the construction of a 27' x 16' gunite pool. In looking at Pool pumps, I want to get a Variable speed and am...

    Started by acevolt‎, 07-05-2013 04:25 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    07-06-2013 11:17 AM Go to last post
  25. Pic of our dig

    This is what happens when you are naive and don't know that the land you live on is mostly rock.

    Started by adillenal‎, 07-16-2006 03:55 PM
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    07-19-2006 08:24 PM Go to last post
  26. Question Can I glue a threaded pipe into a smooth pipe??

    i am rebuilding the pipe system to my inground pool filter and it looks like the guy who built my pool went a little crazy with glueing unions in...

    Started by adl6009‎, 06-20-2006 10:27 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    06-20-2006 11:19 PM Go to last post
  27. Question Is teflon tape all I need?

    Is teflon tape all I need for the threaded connections? What I am doing is adding a heat pump and there are a couple of pipe thread connections. ...

    Started by adl6009‎, 06-20-2006 11:41 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    06-21-2006 07:31 AM Go to last post
  28. Liner Pulling Away

    Hey all, I'm relatively new to swimming pools and have operated this pool for 2 years now with fairly good luck. However this spring when i removed...

    Started by Aedes‎, 05-31-2011 09:35 AM
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    06-13-2011 04:13 PM Go to last post
  29. Heldor 20x50x 9'6"

    Hello all - I was wondering if anyone had the blueprint for a Heldor 20X50X9'6" Grecian pool. We purchased this in the mid 70's and would like...

    Started by afulton‎, 08-09-2013 03:52 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    08-12-2013 10:28 AM Go to last post
  30. Red face Liner Question

    Hi everyone, I was always on the old board before it crashed and read every single thing in there. Glad the new board is making a comeback. Now...

    Started by AGP18by33‎, 04-02-2006 10:33 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,844
    04-04-2006 09:04 PM Go to last post

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